"OUT OF THE BLUE"
Viewing comments for Chapter 2 "~The Awakening~ part 1"A book of short stories.
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Comment from Jackreese
I thought this was a great piece that added a touch of a story to someone who had been a bit of a mystery. I didn't know much about King Richard until I saw the Starz TV show the White Queen. It was interesting take on the Woodville's and how they were tied to the Tudors. I'd definitely be interested in reading more about this.
reply by the author on 18-Nov-2014
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I thought this was a great piece that added a touch of a story to someone who had been a bit of a mystery. I didn't know much about King Richard until I saw the Starz TV show the White Queen. It was interesting take on the Woodville's and how they were tied to the Tudors. I'd definitely be interested in reading more about this.
Comment Written 17-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 18-Nov-2014
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Thank you Jackreese, for your kind review. I'm so glad you
liked it. :) Mel.
Comment from Ekim777
An interesting portrayal of one of England's most notorious kings. But why were the archaeological crew so in awe of him. Motivated by self loathing and driving ambition, both very human attributes; he killed his very soul, let alone his humanity. The mystery is why everyone held him awe; physically he was a wreck, a hunch back and whose features were thoroughly warped. What did the crew see in him to make them shudder, as they dug him out from under the car park. This was a fitting, cynical end of an affair. Was it that Richard 111 had grasped his fate in his own hands. We certainly live in an unheroic age. -Ekim777
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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An interesting portrayal of one of England's most notorious kings. But why were the archaeological crew so in awe of him. Motivated by self loathing and driving ambition, both very human attributes; he killed his very soul, let alone his humanity. The mystery is why everyone held him awe; physically he was a wreck, a hunch back and whose features were thoroughly warped. What did the crew see in him to make them shudder, as they dug him out from under the car park. This was a fitting, cynical end of an affair. Was it that Richard 111 had grasped his fate in his own hands. We certainly live in an unheroic age. -Ekim777
Comment Written 17-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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Thank you Ekim777. You take the traditional view of Richard. Henry Tudor or King Henry VII as he became, was every bit as ruthless as Richard, perhaps even more so.
Richard was not a hunch back as you describe and his features were not abnormal. Using a body double we know that his fitness would have been the equal of most man.
Shakesphere depicted him as looking like some kind of mad animal. This was political spin. And has diverted attention away from the atrocities committed by the Tudors.
Your descriptions of Richard are what we were taught at school. I once believed them too, but now realise that they are greatly in error and out of date.
Locating his skeleton was in my opinion the find of the century. :) Mel.
It is not my intention to white wash him, he was a warrior King and at that time you had to eliminate your competition before you wore the crown.
Comment from chasennov
Chapter 2 of the book "OUT OF THE BLUE" "~The Awakening~ part 1.' Of course, I have no intention of changing my mind, neither my stance on this type of thing. I simply do not believe in the here-after, or the past-now. But I appreciate your work. Well done.
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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Chapter 2 of the book "OUT OF THE BLUE" "~The Awakening~ part 1.' Of course, I have no intention of changing my mind, neither my stance on this type of thing. I simply do not believe in the here-after, or the past-now. But I appreciate your work. Well done.
Comment Written 17-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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Thank you chasennov, for your interesting review. Would it surprise you to know that neither do I. This is just a fictional work made as realistic as my modest ability allows.
I have a certain interest in King Richard since his skeleton was found. :) Mel.
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You are most welcome. In that case I find your work even more interesting. Keep on keeping on. Regards.
Comment from muezza56
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this first part of this well written story. it was fast moving and did send a shiver down my back, although this may of been helped by a cold windy November night in sussex! i'll be going straight to part two, after this review
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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I thoroughly enjoyed reading this first part of this well written story. it was fast moving and did send a shiver down my back, although this may of been helped by a cold windy November night in sussex! i'll be going straight to part two, after this review
Comment Written 16-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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Thank you muezza56, for your kind review. I'm so pleased you enjoyed the read. And the six, Wow!... :) Mel.
Comment from Ric Myworld
For the second time in a row, I was to within the last couple words of my message on your review, and poof, my computer screen popped back to the previous chapter, leaving this massage block blank. It must be my dead wife trying to control what I have to say. Since she couldn't do it in life. LOL. Seriously, Thanks for another outstanding fictional chapter that I believe to be sporadically sprinkled with truths. Great job. :-)
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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For the second time in a row, I was to within the last couple words of my message on your review, and poof, my computer screen popped back to the previous chapter, leaving this massage block blank. It must be my dead wife trying to control what I have to say. Since she couldn't do it in life. LOL. Seriously, Thanks for another outstanding fictional chapter that I believe to be sporadically sprinkled with truths. Great job. :-)
Comment Written 16-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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Thank you Ric, I'm glad you enjoyed it. That has happened to me before... :) mel.
Comment from Patrick G Cox
Hi write hand blue,
Now that would really be a breakthrough in archaeology, to get the dead to speak to the archaeologists ... I can't help feeling the revelations and corrections would shatter a lot of the mythology laid down, and still influencing 'interpretation' of artefacts.
Patrick
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2014
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Hi write hand blue,
Now that would really be a breakthrough in archaeology, to get the dead to speak to the archaeologists ... I can't help feeling the revelations and corrections would shatter a lot of the mythology laid down, and still influencing 'interpretation' of artefacts.
Patrick
Comment Written 16-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2014
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Thank you Patrick for your interesting review. If only Richard could speak. His bones have answered some questions however. :) Mel.
Comment from barkingdog
Somehow, I think I read these two chapters out of order. No harm done though.
Your dialogue is excellent, portraying your characters well. This is fascinating how you are combining fact and fiction. Fine reading.
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2014
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Somehow, I think I read these two chapters out of order. No harm done though.
Your dialogue is excellent, portraying your characters well. This is fascinating how you are combining fact and fiction. Fine reading.
Comment Written 16-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2014
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Hi Ellen, nice to hear from you again. I'm so pleased you reviewed part one of my story. I've changed my style for this one and had a great old time writing it. :) Mel.
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I like the different style. You do it well. Unique is good!
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You are most kind... mel.
Comment from Eric1
Hi write hand blue, this is a fascinating story my friend, what on earth gave you the inspiration to write it, I know it is fictonal, but it is also so very believable, your writing is so good it could fool anyone, extremely enjoyable my friend.
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2014
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Hi write hand blue, this is a fascinating story my friend, what on earth gave you the inspiration to write it, I know it is fictonal, but it is also so very believable, your writing is so good it could fool anyone, extremely enjoyable my friend.
Comment Written 16-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2014
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Hi Eric1, It was the recovery of his skeleton and the way it was discovered that really interested me. That was almost supernatural in itself. LOL :) Mel.
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it was my pleasure my friend
Comment from CHIGYSISKI
Nice story.The plot is intriguing and has definitely held my attention.I can't wait to read the second part of this chapter and find out what they found out. My own heart is beating fast as well. Well done!
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2014
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Nice story.The plot is intriguing and has definitely held my attention.I can't wait to read the second part of this chapter and find out what they found out. My own heart is beating fast as well. Well done!
Comment Written 15-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2014
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Thank you CHIGYSISKI, for your kind review. I'm so pleased you stopped by. :) Mel.
Comment from lancellot
This is a very interesting tale. I like crisp and precise style it is written. From several angles, as if a recounting of a true story.
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I would like to see how far we can communicate and complete a study, before we even think of going public.["]
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reply by the author on 15-Nov-2014
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This is a very interesting tale. I like crisp and precise style it is written. From several angles, as if a recounting of a true story.
notes:
I would like to see how far we can communicate and complete a study, before we even think of going public.["]
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The mere {thought} made my heart beat fast.
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Comment Written 15-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2014
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Thank you lancellot, for your kind review and help. :) Mel.
